About this role
Position Summary:
The Material Control Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining the flow, accuracy, and traceability of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
This role ensures that all materials required for production are received, properly documented, stored, issued, and tracked in compliance with aerospace quality standards and customer requirements. This position plays a critical role in maintaining production schedules by ensuring materials are available, properly controlled, and fully traceable from receipt through final product delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Material Receiving & Verification
- Receive incoming materials, hardware, and components.
- Perform visual inspection of incoming parts and materials.
- Verify materials against purchase orders, packing slips, and certifications.
- Ensure all required documentation (certifications, test reports, traceability records) meets aerospace and customer requirements.
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance for incoming inspections as required.
Inventory Control
- Maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP/MRP system.
- Perform routine cycle counts and assist with physical inventory audits.
- Monitor inventory levels and notify purchasing when material shortages are identified.
- Maintain proper labeling and lot traceability in accordance with aerospace standards.
Material Issuance & Production Support
- Issue materials to work orders in accordance with production schedules.
- Ensure work order kits contain all required material and documentation.
- Coordinate with Production, CNC, Assembly, and Wire departments to ensure material availability.
- Support urgent material needs to prevent production delays.
Traceability & Documentation
- Maintain full traceability of materials from receipt through production and shipment.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace quality requirements including lot control and certification retention.
- Maintain organized and accurate material records for audit readiness.
Work Order & Job Management
- Prepare and release material kits for scheduled jobs.
- Track material consumption and reconcile discrepancies.
- Work closely with planning to ensure materials support production priorities.
Storage & Material Handling
- Store materials according to company procedures and material specifications.
- Ensure materials are protected from damage, contamination, or mix-up.
- Maintain organized storage areas for efficient material retrieval.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve material flow and inventory accuracy.
- Support lean manufacturing initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
- Assist in resolving material discrepancies or shortages.
General Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2+ years experience in material control, inventory, or warehouse operations (aerospace manufacturing preferred).
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Understanding of aerospace documentation and traceability requirements.
- Ability to read purchase orders, packing slips, and work orders.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting aerospace manufacturing programs.
- Familiarity with Boeing documentation and quality requirements.
- Knowledge of AS9100 or aerospace quality systems.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move materials up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor.
- Ability to operate material handling equipment as required.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory accuracy
- On-time material availability for production
- Traceability compliance
- Cycle count accuracy
- Production downtime caused by material shortages
Definitions:
Constant Frequent Occasional
(5-8 hrs./shift) (2-5 hrs./shift) (Up to 2 hrs./shift)
Overtime as required.
Pathfinder Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer